EA SPORTS FC 26 Free for Nintendo Switch Online Subscribers Until June 24

Nintendo Switch Online subscribers have a must-not-miss opportunity this week: from June 18 at 10:00 AM PT through June 24 at 11:59 PM PT, members can download and play the full version of EA SPORTS FC 26 — Electronic Arts' latest football title — at no additional charge. The promotion covers both Nintendo platforms, the original Nintendo Switch and the newly launched Nintendo Switch 2, with no payment required beyond the standard subscription fee.

How to Access the Trial

All you need is an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. From there, head to the game trials section in the Nintendo eShop or through the service's benefits portal to download the game. Once downloaded, players get access to the full experience for the entire promotional window — no artificial time caps, no locked game modes. According to Nintendo's official announcement, the club is literally yours for those days.

Two Versions, One Subscription

One of the standout aspects of this trial is that it covers both the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 versions simultaneously. That's particularly relevant for players who have already made the jump to Nintendo's new console, as it gives them a firsthand look at whether the Switch 2's technical improvements translate to a noticeably better on-pitch experience. Nintendo Switch Online game trials have been gaining traction as a discovery tool, and offering two versions at once marks another step in that direction.

EA SPORTS FC 26 on Nintendo: The Bigger Picture

The EA SPORTS FC franchise — FIFA's successor following the split between EA and the international football federation — remains the benchmark for football games on the market. Having EA SPORTS FC 26 available as a Nintendo Switch Online trial suggests both EA and Nintendo are looking to grow the player base on a platform that has historically received somewhat trimmed-down versions compared to PlayStation and Xbox. If the trial wins over players, the full game can be purchased through the eShop or at retail, though exact pricing per edition varies by region and timing.

An Opportunity That Won't Last

Six days is more than enough time to dig into the game's main modes, from Ultimate Team to season leagues. Nintendo runs these trials with reasonable regularity — as we've seen with other titles in its subscriber benefits program — making them one of the most tangible perks of keeping a subscription active. For anyone on the fence about buying, this week is the perfect chance to make an informed call.

Will you be jumping into EA SPORTS FC 26 on your Nintendo Switch or Switch 2, or would you rather wait for a sale on the full game?